As a laboratory technician, you could:
- set up experiments and investigations
- prepare solutions, cultures and specimens
- analyse samples using scientific instruments
- collect and present data and statistics
- calibrate, clean and maintain equipment, and follow safety rules
Possible green job
This job could help the environment.
For a laboratory technician to be a green job, you could:
- work with scientists to develop more energy efficient products
- test soil and water samples to check for toxins and pollutants
- analyse data from crop experiments to limit the effects of pests and diseases
Working environment
You could work in a laboratory, at a university or at a manufacturing plant.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
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Professional and industry bodies
You can register with a professional body linked to your area of work for career development and training opportunities.
Further information
You can find out more about becoming a laboratory technician from the Science Council and Health Careers.
